Saturday- April 20th- Earth Day

Church Picnic (Rain or Shine!)

11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. in the Worship Park or Fellowship Hall

Bring your picnic and a friend and enjoy a fun lunch together as we celebrate community and God’s creation! Please bring your reusable cup (refreshing drinks & delicious cookies will be provided). After the meal, let’s have some fun with a few rounds of games that you’re invited to bring and share! Whether God blesses us with sunshine to be outdoors or rain that moves us indoors, we will have a great time, enjoying each other's company!

Sunday April 21 10:00 am

Youth Led Worship

Our Youth are embarking on a journey of faith-driven environmental stewardship, and they are inviting all of us to join them in the boundless potential of intergenerational collaboration.

Special Congregational Meeting

This Sunday, April 21

11:15 am

Action Item: Election of a new Church Council President Elect

Discussion topics: 

• Update of the property on the West Side of Rio Grande
• Update on steps to implement a strategy for the church life at St. Martin’s 

Full Details Click here

An Invitation from Stephen Ministry

Tuesday, April 23rd, at 7pm in the Parlor.

St. Martin’s members are invited to join your Stephen Ministry Team next Tuesday for this month's Continuing Education topic. The discussion will be on planning and understanding the last chapter of life, including the difference between hospice and palliative care, how to discuss your wishes with loved ones and medical providers, and how to identify your preferences. Mary Beth Lee, RN with the Gift project initiative of Hospice Austin and the St. David's Foundation, will be the speaker.

Middle & High School Youth News

Contact Austin Shortes (ashortes@saintmartins.org) for more information

Mario Kart Tournament - April 20, 2-4pm in the Youth Rooms.

Earth Day Worship Service- Youth Led April 21 10:00am

End of School Party - May 29th 4-6 pm at Altitude Trampoline Park. Parents are required to sign waivers at the park, but not required to stay the whole time.

ST. Martin's Special Event

Celebrate Earth Month with Conspirare!

Saturday April 27th, 8:00 pm

Sing the World Awake

Immerse yourself in a musical tapestry embracing themes of nature, love and awe. Sarah Kirkland Snider’s Mass for the Endangered is paired with listener favorites including “What a Wonderful World” and “For the Beauty of the Earth.”

Click on the link for full information and tickets

Information and ticketsl

Did you receive a parking ticket in the garage?

St. Martin’s members and guests are authorized to park in the parking garage across 16th Street from the church after 6pm Monday-Friday, after 1pm Saturday, and all day Sunday. If members or guests receive a parking ticket from the parking garage during these authorized hours, please scan and email a copy of the ticket to Katherine Lutter at klutter@saintmartins.org and she will make sure the ticket is voided/dismissed.

Saint Martin’s April Benevolence

The April benevolence is dedicated to Lutheran Campus Ministry Austin LuMin. LuMin's mission is to radiate God’s love and grace through embracing all, serving boldly, and working for peace and justice on the campuses of UT, ACC, and St. Edwards. Your financial support is greatly appreciated, but there are also other ways you can contribute to LuMin's impactful work.

If you are interested in supporting LuMin, here are some ways you can get involved:

- Serve a Tuesday evening meal

- Assist with Circle of Friends

- Bake some cookies to share

Your participation in these activities can make a significant difference in supporting LuMin's food ministry and worship gatherings. Let's come together to support this wonderful cause and spread love and kindness in our community.

Contact Stephanie Schweinfurth serves@saintmartins.org for more information

God does not need your good works, but your neighbor does. Martin Luther

Lunch Bag Ministry Volunteer update

There has been a change in the volunteer schedule for the Lunch Bag ministry. Starting now, lunches will be distributed from Monday to Friday, with volunteer shifts scheduled specifically on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. On Mondays and Fridays, the Preschool staff will take charge of lunch distribution. Volunteers now have the flexibility to sign up for just one day or multiple days based on their availability; it is no longer a weekly commitment. To sign up for volunteer shifts, please clickhere

https://bit.ly/volunteerLBM

For further inquiries or information, feel free to contact us at serves@saintmartins.org. Thank you for your continued support and dedication to this ministry.

Remember in prayer

Jeannie Preston; Peggy Miller; Cynthia Hays and family; family and friends of Rev. Carl Schoss;  peace in the Ukraine and the Holy Land; Mary Lauren; Donnette Lafaitte; Joy Pinson;Monte Thieme’s family; Cooper Scroggins and family; August; Honey (pet);Wayne Turley; family and friends of Monte Thiene; family and friends of Bill Reid; Milton Felger; Tom Hoelzel

Continued Prayers For

Diane Bergstrom; Kent Mickelson; Deb Johnson; Bill Martin; Anita Tiller;

Sam Gourley; Dean Haynie; Ronnie Johnson; Peter Jordahl; Walt Knauff; Arvid Larson; Pat Larson; Doris McGaughy

Our St. Martin's Values:

We Worship God and deepen relationships with one another through Lutheran faith traditions, including engaging liturgy, inspiring music, and lifelong faith formation.

We Extend God’s inclusive gift of welcome to all people, especially those historically excluded from traditional church communities. 

We Advocate for justice, righteousness, and mercy with our time, property, and power. 

We Rally everyone to use our God-given gifts and talents to love, share, and serve all of God’s creation boldly. 

WEAR reminds us to wear the full armor of God.